Ultimate Healthy Chocolate Overnight Oats (Printable)
Creamy cocoa-infused oats with chia seeds and Greek yogurt. Prep ahead for a quick, satisfying breakfast.
# What You Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
03 - 1/2 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
06 - 1 1/2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
07 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings (optional, add before serving)
09 - 2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips
10 - 1 small banana, sliced
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts such as almonds or walnuts
12 - Fresh berries
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well combined and cocoa powder is fully incorporated.
02 - Divide the mixture evenly between two mason jars or airtight containers.
03 - Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours, until the oats are soft and the mixture has thickened.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats. Add a splash of milk if a looser consistency is desired.
05 - Top with mini chocolate chips, banana slices, chopped nuts, and berries as desired before serving.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- Breakfast prepares itself while you sleep
- Tastes like dessert but fuels you with real food
02 -
- The mixture looks too liquid when you first mix it—this is normal and correct
- Chia seeds need those full hours to soften or you will have a crunchy surprise
03 -
- Double the recipe and keep dry oats pre-mixed in a jar for even faster mornings
- Use wide-mouth jars so you can actually reach the bottom with your spoon